1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1981 Ford Monarch
To start off, both 1981 Ferrari 208 and 1981 Ford Monarch were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,122 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Monarch is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Monarch weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1981 Ford Monarch has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Monarch will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1981 Ford Monarch | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Monarch |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
